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The Watering Hole Poetry Organization 2017 Winter Readings

December 26, 2017 – December 30, 2017

The Watering Hole Poetry Organization presents an annual winter retreat scheduled to take place December 26 – 30, 2017 at Santee State Park in Orangeburg County. It is the only retreat/residency program that targets poets of color. There will be two public readings during the retreat.

The first public reading will feature two native South Carolina poets: National Book Award winner Terrance Hayes and DeLana R.A. Dameron and will take place on December 26 at 7:00 p.m. The second public reading will feature Patricia Smith, Abiodun Oyewole, and Danez Smith on December 29 at 7:00 p.m.

The retreat features living room style daily classes/workshops, daily craft talks, two readings, one holistic and interactive workshop, a keynote speech, group writing challenges, and a genuine community.